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BHP Area C Access Road

WASecondary road7.2 km17 segments
6.3Sports
7.2 kmTotal length
17Segments
18Grey spot segments
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BHP Area C Access Road is a 7 km sealed secondary route in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 7.4/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.3/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.9/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.4/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
4.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 17 segments
Excellent (8+)6%Good (6-8)83%Fair (4-6)11%

Sports score IQR: 6.1 - 7.3

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed69%Unsealed31%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.9
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 17 segments
18
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for WA. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.5/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure35%
Night driving risk41%
Wind exposure44%
Sun glare risk93%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
Top 27 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#99262025Paved0.56 km8.48.38.3#99262024Paved0.65 km7.97.77.8#99262021Paved0.42 km7.67.47.6#99262019Paved0.50 km7.47.17.4#99262023Paved0.43 km7.47.17.4#99262001Paved0.32 km6.96.76.8#99262000Paved0.36 km6.66.46.4#99262011-0.65 km6.66.86.5#99262022Paved0.50 km6.46.06.5#100010705Paved0.50 km6.35.96.5#98621914Paved0.12 km6.26.06.4#99262014-0.41 km6.26.56.0#99262016-0.33 km6.26.56.0#99262015-0.33 km6.26.56.0#100010708Paved0.45 km6.25.86.3#100010706Paved0.50 km6.15.76.3#99262018Paved0.51 km6.15.76.3#99262020Paved0.36 km6.15.76.3#100010709Paved0.32 km6.15.76.3#100010704Paved0.09 km6.15.76.3#100010707Paved0.57 km6.05.56.1#99262012-0.65 km5.96.15.5#99262010-0.50 km5.35.45.0#98621915Paved0.15 km5.04.75.4#99262013-0.57 km4.14.14.0#99262009-0.05 km3.23.13.3#99262008-0.08 km3.23.13.3
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/bhp-area-c-access-road-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=BHP%20Area%20C%20Access%20Road&state=WASearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of WA's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions
How long is BHP Area C Access Road?+

BHP Area C Access Road is approximately 7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is BHP Area C Access Road sealed?+

Yes. BHP Area C Access Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is BHP Area C Access Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. BHP Area C Access Road scores 5.9/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive BHP Area C Access Road in a caravan?+

Yes. BHP Area C Access Road scores 7.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is BHP Area C Access Road good for an EV?+

Yes. BHP Area C Access Road scores 6.4/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on BHP Area C Access Road?+

Contour has identified 18 grey spots on BHP Area C Access Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 22 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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